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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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